Pelvis width may influence the risk of birth complications and back pain" />
Hip width is affected by brain size and walking style, says a study. A wider pelvis may lower birth risks but raise chances of back pain. A narrow pelvis may speed up walking but cause more birth problems and joint pain. Pelvic width does not affect pregnancy length.
People with wider hips may have babies with bigger heads. Many have slightly uneven hips linked to their hand dominance. This study provides new insights into human evolution.
Large data sets were used in the research, with participants over 40 in the UK. Further studies on younger and diverse groups could reveal more. The study was praised by experts for its blend of anatomy, genetics, and behavior data.
Vocabulary List:
- Pelvis /ˈpɛl.vɪs/ (noun): The lower part of the torso containing the hip bones and the organs of reproduction.
- Birth /bɜrθ/ (noun): The emergence of a baby or other young from the body of its parent.
- Complications /ˌkɒmplɪˈkeɪʃənz/ (noun): Difficulties or problems that arise from a situation or condition.
- Dominance /ˈdɒmɪnəns/ (noun): The state of being in control or having power over others.
- Insights /ˈɪn.saɪts/ (noun): Deep understandings or perceptions of a situation or concept.
- Genetics /dʒəˈnɛtɪks/ (noun): The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.
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